Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 20:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 20:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 20:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, the man is telling the king's messengers that he agreed to do the first thing the king asked but cannot do the second thing. The messengers then go back to tell the king what he said.

1 Kings 20:9: Wherefore he said unto the messengers of Benhadad, Tell my lord the king, All that thou didst send for to thy servant at the first I will do: but this thing I may not do. And the messengers departed, and brought him word again.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

While 1 Kings 20:9 depicts a refusal and assertive stance, Matthew 5:39 teaches to not resist evil and to turn the other cheek.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

1 Kings 20:9 shows a decision to set boundaries with an enemy, whereas Romans 12:18 advises living peaceably with all men as much as possible.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21

Proverbs 25:21 suggests feeding your enemy if they are hungry, which contrasts with the negotiation refusal in 1 Kings 20:9.

Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

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